Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning

Muscle physiology; neuromuscular anatomy and adaptations to conditioning; the biomechanics of resistance exercise; bone, muscle, and connective tissue adaptations to physical activity; bio-energetics of exercise and training; endocrine responses to resistance exercise; cardiovascular and respiratory anatomy and physiology - responses to exercise; physiological adaptations resistance and aerobic endurance training programs; age- and gender-related differences and their implications for resistance exercise; the psychology of athletic preparation and performance - the mental management of physical resources; performance-enhancing substances - effects, risks, and appropriate alternatives; nutritional factors in health and performance; eating disorders and obesity; principles of test selection and administration; administration, scoring, and interpretation of specific tests; stretching and warm-up; strength training and spotting techniques; resistance training; plyometric training; speed, agility, and speed-endurance development; aerobic endurance training; training variation - periodisation; rehabilitation and reconditioning; facility layout and scheduling; developing a policies and procedures manual; facility maintenance and safety.